Momodori Ekimae Shokudo
A popular teishoku restaurant near Morioka Station, serving generous portions of delicious Japanese cuisine, with a standout Momodori chicken.
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Momodori Ekimae Shokudo
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A popular teishoku restaurant near Morioka Station, serving generous portions of delicious Japanese cuisine, with a standout Momodori chicken.
Visit Early for Dinner
The restaurant gets crowded during dinner, so arriving early is recommended to avoid long waits.
Try Daily Recommendations
Daily recommendations for sashimi and desserts offer a delightful variety and are often exceptional.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 19-654-6622
Address
10-4 Moriokaekimaedori, Morioka, Iwate 020-0034, Japan
Website
sawauchijinku.com/ekimae/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Momodori Chicken
Tender, juicy chicken with a crispy skin, seasoned with a secret spice blend. A must-try for any visitor!
Generous Portions & Value
Savor incredibly flavorful dishes with portions that are surprisingly generous for the reasonable prices.
Exceptional Japanese Delicacies
Enjoy top-quality sashimi and other traditional Japanese delicacies made with fresh, house-made ingredients.
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Visit Early for Dinner
The restaurant gets crowded during dinner, so arriving early is recommended to avoid long waits.
Try Daily Recommendations
Daily recommendations for sashimi and desserts offer a delightful variety and are often exceptional.
Engage with Chefs
Interact with the enthusiastic chefs at the open kitchen for an enhanced and engaging dining experience.
Tips
from all over the internet
Visit Early for Dinner
The restaurant gets crowded during dinner, so arriving early is recommended to avoid long waits.
Try Daily Recommendations
Daily recommendations for sashimi and desserts offer a delightful variety and are often exceptional.
Engage with Chefs
Interact with the enthusiastic chefs at the open kitchen for an enhanced and engaging dining experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Momodori Ekimae Shokudo is highly praised for its delicious and generously portioned Japanese dishes, especially the signature Momodori chicken. Reviewers commend the friendly and attentive staff, who make efforts to accommodate English speakers. While meals can take a bit of time to prepare, the fresh, high-quality food and reasonable prices make it a worthwhile experience for both locals and tourists.
"This shop is located really near the station. Do give this place a try if you’re ever in Morioka! It’s English friendly with 100% Japanese experience
Their chicken is the best I’ve tried. The texture is tender, meat comes off so smooth, not to mention really juicy. The rest of the food too are really good!
The best part? REALLY REASONABLE. Below are a few things we tried.
Momodori Chicken - PLEASE TRY
Stir fried Ginger pork SET - pork is really really good, it’s on the sweeter side FYI
Gyoza - decent
Fried Egg Roll - it’s just spring onion
I’ve attached the whole menu!"
May Koay
"We found this restaurant on Google. We are Australians who had just arrived on Shinkansen and at a cheap hotel around the corner. These guys not only made room for us in their busy restaurant, but they tried very hard to help us in English and the food was awesome! We had fried chicken, Ginger Pork stir-fry and gyoza with garlic. The food was fabulous! Really enjoyed the atmosphere...they were having fun in the kitchen! Thank you, chefs, for a great evening!"
Beth Vogelzang
"Good location, super delicious food. Very friendly staff :)"
Binette Quu
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Frequently Asked Questions
The restaurant is most famous for its Momodori chicken, which is described as tender, juicy, and having a crispy skin.
Yes, the staff are friendly and make efforts to help guests in English, even providing English menus.
Yes, reviewers consistently mention that the portions are very generous, offering great value.
It's recommended to visit early, especially for dinner, as the restaurant tends to get crowded.
Besides the Momodori chicken, the ginger pork and jiajiang noodle are also highly recommended for their flavor and value.
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Momodori Ekimae Shokudo features a unique menu crafted with house-made tofu. Their specialty, Momodori chicken, boasts a crispy skin and juicy interior, seasoned with a secret spice blend. For takeout, their Momodori appetizer platters are particularly popular.
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